1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1392 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Daimler DE 36. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Daimler | Seat |
Model | DE 36 | Leon |
Year Released | 1946 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2520 mm |